"Impossible" shots
Photos that show unique angles that can only be visible when the sky is clear (after a storm or during Santa Ana Winds). These images are not enhanced in any way besides taking them with a telephoto lens which creates an effect called lens compression.
Hollywood Sign
The Hollywood sign, seen from a boat 1 mile off the coast of Huntington Beach. In the foreground is PCH and Seapoint in Huntington Beach. Taken at 1,000mm in February 2024. The Hollywood sign is hardly readable due to the atmospheric conditions and heat distortion but it's pretty cool to see this from Huntington Beach, over 40 miles away.
Hyatt Regency
Hyatt Regency in Huntington Beach with San Gabriel Mountains looming over. Taken at 1,000mm in February 2024.
Balboa Pier and Saddleback
Balboa Pier with a snowy Saddleback Mountain looming over. Taken at 500mm
Balboa Pier and Mt. Baldy
Balboa Pier with Mt. Baldy looming over and a plane taking off from John Wayne Airport. Taken at 500mm.
Huntington Beach Pier and San Gabriel Mountains
Huntington Beach with the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains behind. Mt. Baldy is on the left. Taken at 500mm.
Huntington Beach Pier and Mt. Baldy
Huntington Beach Pier with Mt. Baldy looming over. Photo taken in 2023 at 1,000mm
Newport Beach and Mt. Baldy
15th st. in Newport Beach with Mt. Baldy looming over. Photos taken in 2023 at 400mm
